Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS30

Below, we are contrasting the Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS30, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the L24 (14MP) and ZS30 (18MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L24 was unveiled 23 months earlier than the ZS30 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the L24 grades versus the ZS30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L24 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L24 Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L24 has exterior measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS30 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the L24 compared to the ZS30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L24 and ZS30 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The visual below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the L24 and ZS30.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to provide extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older L24 will be behind in sensor technology.